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Former Knesset Speaker and former Chairman of the Jewish Agency Avraham Burg has joined "Mekom Le-Kulanu" ("A Place for All of Us"), a new Israeli party shared by Jews and Arabs. Established in June 2026, the party is led by activists Rula Daoud and Alon-Lee Green.

Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman refuse to commit to supporting the leader of the bloc who receives the most mandates. Lieberman explicitly states that Gadi Eizenkot is "not yet ripe" for the premiership. Are they preparing the ground for a government led by them?

Hadash held an event in Tel Aviv this Thursday to present its Knesset candidate list, focusing on promoting Arab-Jewish partnership and the goal of re-establishing the Joint List ahead of the upcoming elections.

The Minister of Economy addresses in an interview with Walla the reports about attempts to replace Netanyahu after October 7: "Absolute fake news." Barkat accuses media figures of trying to harm him ahead of the primaries, but refuses to commit to a libel lawsuit against Amit Segal and is not willing to take a polygraph test.

The Likud party has appealed to the State Comptroller, claiming that the public support of KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky for Gadi Eisenkot and the "Yashar!" party constitutes an "illegal contribution" by KKL-JNF to the election campaign. Ostrinsky strongly rejected the claims, arguing that it is "one of the most baseless and delusional claims I have ever encountered."

Against the backdrop of complaints from families of the wounded regarding department staff, the Knesset member from the Democrats visited Rambam Hospital to see hospitalized IDF soldiers. He stated: "The healthcare system is a model of coexistence. We will not allow small-time politicians to poison Israeli life with ugly racism."

Knesset members Mansour Abbas and Yoav Sagalovitz held a meeting to discuss the possibility of Sagalovitz joining the Ra'am party list for the upcoming elections. The two agreed to continue direct contacts, a move that drew sharp condemnation from the Otzma Yehudit party.

According to one of his students, the former Chief Rabbi urged them not to vote for the Shas party, explaining that the left respects religion more than the Prime Minister's bloc. The spiritual leader of Shas denied the report, calling it an attempt to sow division.

Likud MK Tally Gotliv criticized a recruitment video aimed at Haredim during an interview with 103FM. She stated she would not be a partner in turning the Haredi public into a "plague" and compared the video's production to the era of Nazi Germany.

In a survey conducted by Dr. Nimrod Nir of the Agam Institute, party members and voters were asked to rank candidates for reserved spots on the Likud list. The results highlight significant differences between the preferences of party members and the broader electorate.

In a speech delivered in Beit Shemesh, during which he also announced the official joining of Knesset member Aliza Bloch to the party's ranks, the former Israeli ambassador to the UN launched his new party. Erdan explained that the party is named this way "not because we agree on everything, but because there is no other choice."

A surprising meeting was held this week between a Knesset member from the Blue and White party and the chairman of the Zionist Reservists' Home party, against the backdrop of the political crisis in which Benny Gantz finds himself, as he has not yet succeeded in joining other bodies in the political system.

Maayan Sherman, mother of Ron Sherman, who was killed in Hamas captivity, warned of potential civil unrest if the current government loses the upcoming elections. She expressed concern that coalition supporters and ministers would not accept the election results, leading to street clashes.

"I am in principle in favor of Prime Minister Netanyahu's reserved spots that will bring in quality people and the reserved spots will achieve their goal, and I voted in favor of it," said the mayor of Netivot, Yehiel Zohar. "A reserved spot for Haim Katz, veteran as he may be, does not add to the list, and he should have run like everyone else in the primaries."

The Minister of Diaspora Affairs attacked Naftali Bennett and Ayelet Shaked during a Likud conference. "When I was in The New Right, we had 'celebrity' ministers, and they still didn't pass the electoral threshold." He also warned against satellite parties on the right: "One of the biggest dangers is small parties with big egos; let's unite or step aside."

The former Knesset member from Yesh Atid and the chairman of Ra'am are expected to meet to discuss details, with the agenda including ideological gaps between the two, primarily on LGBT rights. Sgalovitz admitted that he understands public reluctance regarding the move, but argues it serves the central goal: replacing the government.

The chairman of The Democrats pledged to establish a special task force and dedicated courts, sharply criticizing the government: "A country capable of reaching any terrorist organization can also handle crime." He stated that the party will demand the Ministry of Internal Security portfolio.

As the elections approach, public discourse in Israel is sinking to a new low: from dangerous incitement against Gadi Eisenkot to the blurring of the basic facts of the October 7 failure, hatred and fear are once again taking center stage. It is going to be especially dirty. We will postpone the work of rebuilding Israel to other days.

In an interview with 103FM radio, former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen stated that there are "cracks" in the decisions made by current Shin Bet chief David Zini. Cohen also addressed the October 7 failure, arguing that an investigation is essential to identify what went wrong and prevent future occurrences.

Hadar Muchtar, who is preparing to run in the Likud primaries and has been trying to overcome the "waiting period" obstacle, held quiet efforts in parallel to integrate into the Otzma Yehudit list. The contacts were made discreetly, while publicly she continues to position herself as part of Likud.

The discussion was scheduled after the organization sent an official letter to the Knesset demanding an urgent debate, creating a consensus between coalition and opposition members. According to the organization, IDF veterans are forced to deal with lengthy procedures, repeated boards, and uncertainty regarding their status and rights.

The chairman of the new party on the right, whose name has not yet been revealed, stated in an interview with 103FM that according to research conducted among voters, the size of the list could grow to a double-digit number of mandates. "The potential will grow if there is an understanding that a narrow government is a damage for the coming years," added Erdan.

An associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has launched a scathing critique of Likud MKs and ministers, claiming that many of them risk being left out of the next parliamentary list. He argued that due to their fear of speaking out and internal turmoil, a significant portion of the current faction will not return to the Knesset.

Maayan, mother of the soldier who was killed by an IDF strike while in Hamas captivity, wrote an angry post on Facebook. According to her, her daughter is enlisting in a combat unit, but if the "government of the massacre and the draft dodgers" remains in power, she will not send her and will ensure others do the same.

Ahead of the UN General Assembly, the New York Police Department has expressed concern over Mayor Zoran Mamdani's rhetoric. The mayor's previous calls for the arrest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have, according to law enforcement, created additional security challenges.

During an election campaign at Metzitzim Beach, Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot engaged in a discussion with right-wing activist Mordechai David. When asked about his stance on a deal with Hamas following the October 7 massacre, Eisenkot replied that he only engages with those who have performed military service.

Likud has targeted Eisenkot and has since been trying to undermine his image as a right-winger, but the campaign has not shrunk Eisenkot so far; on the contrary. The attacks only place him at the center of the arena and strengthen him in the polls. Now comes the next stage of the campaign: not just asking who Eisenkot is - but with whom will he form a government?

A senior official of the "Yashar" party hinted that his party is targeting "defectors" from the Netanyahu bloc and claimed that Eizenkot will not form a government relying on Mansour Abbas. The son of a "Likud prince" also criticized the party's current state and shared insights from his time at the Ministry of Finance.

Gantz agreed to a quadruple leadership, Shaked had no intention of joining Erdan, and Edelstein made his move. If they are counting on the Gideon Sa'ar scenario, they may be in for a rude awakening: this path could lead to a total collapse or a forced merger with another party.

The father of the late Shani Louk, who was kidnapped and murdered at the Nova festival on October 7, confronted the Minister of Transport during a primary election tour at the Mahane Yehuda market. Likud activists attacked back: "You are trash, do not make provocations."

In recordings obtained by Walla, the Justice Minister is heard addressing his non-recognition of Supreme Court President Isaac Amit, praising Commissioner Asher Kola's backing for Judge Menachem Mizrahi, and expressing determination to complete the judicial reform in the next term: "The judges tell me: 'If you win, the story is over and the entire composition of the court will change'"

Dr. Menachem Lazar said in an interview with 103FM that the mandate blocks remain stable, but argued that the weakening of the "Bechad" party has primarily benefited Gadi Eisenkot. He also estimated that a party led by Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein could bring back right-wing voters who stayed home, and addressed the possibility of a connection between Yoav Segalovitz and Ra'am.

Knesset member Ram Ben-Barak stated in an interview with 103FM radio that his primary goal is to replace the current government. Regarding Gadi Eisenkot, he noted that he lacks experience in government work, unlike politicians from Yesh Atid or Naftali Bennett.

Likud Minister David Amsalem expressed his support for the party court's decision to bar MKs and ministers from running in district slots during primaries. Amsalem noted that the party's election bylaws have always maintained a clear distinction between these categories.

The Israel Democracy Institute published the results of a new poll conducted as part of the «Israeli Voice» index for July. The poll presents an up-to-date picture of the positions of the Israeli public on key political, security, and social issues: the campaign against Iran, the situation in the territories, and the upcoming elections.

Minister Gila Gamliel addressed the Likud court's decision regarding district candidates and reaffirmed her plan for the voluntary emigration of Gaza residents, citing recent survey data.

While the Ministry of National Security promotes tree planting in the Negev to prevent illegal construction through official state presence, the Council for Unrecognized Villages in the Negev criticizes the minister's actions: "After even the crocodiles bit his rear, he is left only with the illusion of 'governance' in the Negev."

The Prime Minister has not given up on attempts to convince the former Minister of Strategic Affairs to return to the political arena. For now, the assessment is that the chances of the move being feasible are slim - despite their close relationship, as only last week Dermer took part in the preparatory meetings held by the PM's team ahead of the meeting with Trump.

The coalition and the opposition are trading blame over the failure to approve the budget for fortifying northern communities. While the sides argue, the Knesset Finance Committee is set to discuss the transfer of coalition funds.

Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Lieberman has demanded that coalition chairman Ofir Katz convene the Knesset during the summer recess to pass a universal conscription law, citing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent shift in position.